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Mims, Vicki Rae – Science PROBE!, 1991
Described is a science fair project in which M- and X-class x-ray flares on the surface of the earth were detected using a Geiger counter. Background information, the problem, hypothesis, a list of needed materials, the procedure, observations, conclusions, and a critique are included. (KR)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Meteorology, Radiation, Science Activities
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Caporaloni, Marina; Ambrosini, Roberto – Physics Education, 1992
Explains the typical design, operation, and calibration of a traditional psychrometer. Presents the method utilized for this class project with design considerations, calibration techniques, remote data sensing schematic, and specifics of the implementation process. (JJK)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Enrichment Activities, Humidity, Instructional Materials
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Lucas, Stephen B.; Rupprecht, Mary Kay – Science and Children, 1976
Described is a student project for collecting and preserving crystals, snowflakes, and frost. (SL)
Descriptors: Earth Science, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Meteorology
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Alusik, John – Science Activities, 1975
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Instructional Materials, Meteorology, Science Activities
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Sellati, Kenneth N. – American Biology Teacher, 1972
Presents results of a science clubs' investigation of the micro-meteorology of a shopping center, particularly temperature and precipitation effects related to automobile air pollution. (AL)
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Environmental Education, Meteorology, Pollution
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Martin, Helen E. – Science Teacher, 1987
Reviews the procedures and activities involved in establishing a weather satellite tracking station. Discusses how the students and community participated in the project. Highlights the activities resulting from student efforts in the project. (ML)
Descriptors: Meteorology, Satellites (Aerospace), School Community Relationship, Science Education
MATTHEWS, WILLIAM H., III – 1964
U.S. AND CANADIAN SOURCES OF INFORMATION ABOUT EARTH SCIENCE FOR ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS ARE CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. MAJOR SECTIONS ARE DEVOTED TO ASTRONOMY, GEOLOGY, METEOROLOGY, OCEANOGRAPHY, AND PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY. EACH SECTION CONTAINS LISTS OF (1) DEGREE-GRANTING DEPARTMENTS IN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES, (2) GOVERNMENT…
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Colleges, Directories